Pet Information : puppies
Medical
- Developmental Orthopedic Disease
- You may be wondering why there are special diets for large and giant breed puppies. This article explains the science behind these specially formulated diets. Developmental orthopedic disease (DOD) is a problem that is of much greater signifi …
- Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy and Panosteitis
- This condition, also known as HOD, is most commonly seen in rapidly growing large or giant breed puppies. Thankfully, it is an uncommon disorder. To understand the disease process, we first need to understand the anatomy of the bones of a growing …
Please note that this information does not replace onsite, professional, veterinary care. It is solely for educational purposes. Your pet's medical condition should be evaluated by a veterinarian before any medical decisions are implemented. If there is a potentially life-threatening emergency involving your pet, take your pet to a veterinarian or veterinary facility immediately.
Veterinary Technical Services Department